Job Description:
Plymouth (PL6 Estover)
£34,100– £34,500 including shift allowance, DOE
+ Performance Bonus & Exceptional Benefits ⏰
Shifts: 40 Hours a week rotating: WK 1: 6am – 2pm WK 2: 2pm – 10pm Why Join Us? Join
Mars Wrigley Plymouth
and help us build a better world, one delicious bite at a time. We're a diverse community that values long-term careers, offering competitive rewards, fantastic perks (including freebies!), and best-in-class development to fuel your growth across our world-famous brands.
Your future matters
, and we're committed to supporting you every step of the way. The Role Are you an experienced Machine Operator looking for your next challenge? If so, here at Mars we now have an exciting opportunity for a
Driam Operator
to come and join our factory team! If you have a mechanical background and are looking for the opportunity to work alongside a passionate team of associates whilst also being given the chance to develop and progress personally then look at the below! The
Driam Operator
will be accountable for the performance of their machines, processes, pieces of equipment as well as supporting operational decisions at line level to achieve targets. ⭐ What’s in it for you? ·
Hot food
restaurant on site ·
Career growth
opportunities with structured development & Mars University ·
Private healthcare
+
equal parental leave ·
Onsite gym
and nurse/osteopath/podiatrist ·
Generous pension
(up to 9% contribution) ·
Life assurance
(4x salary) ·
Gym membership
& wellbeing support ·
Annual leave starting at 24 days
, rising to 32 with service ·
Free
parking on site ✅ What We’re Looking For Previous experience
working in a manufacturing or production environment. Mechanical experience
or training, with the ability to support fault-finding and minor repairs on production machinery. Strong communication skills
, with fluent written and spoken English. Comfortable using Microsoft
Outlook and Excel. Strong commitment to safety
, quality, and attention to detail. Proactive team player
who works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve shared goals. The ability to problem-solve
and respond effectively to production issues in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities Operate and maintain
your designated production machinery, ensuring all safety, quality, and performance standards are met. Monitor equipment performance
and take ownership of daily machine operation. Identify, troubleshoot
, and resolve minor mechanical breakdowns to minimise downtime. Support maintenance
and repair activities to keep production running efficiently. Carry out production tasks
to help achieve daily line targets and operational objectives. Work collaboratively with colleagues
to maintain a safe, efficient, and high-performing manufacturing environment. Ensure all activities
are completed in line with company procedures, quality standards, and health and safety requirements. What You Can Expect from Mars Work alongside
130,000+ Associates worldwide
guided by our Five Principles Be part of a
purpose-driven company
shaping “the world we want tomorrow” Access
world-class training & development
from day one Join a company with an
industry-leading salary and benefits package
Operator - Mars Wrigley in Plymouth employer: Mars
Mars in Melton Mowbray is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration. With competitive salaries, private healthcare, and ample opportunities for career advancement, employees are encouraged to grow and thrive in their roles while working with state-of-the-art technology in the FMCG sector.
